May 2015Category Archive

By Jody Robinson Photography by Joan Marcus It’s an iconic story so charming that it appeals to all ages and makes for an amazing multi-generational family experience. In our household, ANNIE lives on my iPod, is a popular Netflix selection and is a constant Pandora request by my seven-year-old daughter who belts “The Sun Will [&hellip...

By Kristine Emerson As any new mom can attest, keeping little ones clean, fed and entertained can be especially tricky when you’re on the move. An organized – and appropriately stocked – diaper bag helps ensure that you have the tools you need to...

Gestational Diabetes Affects 1 in 20 Pregnancies, but MOMS Orange County is Educating Expectant Mothers about the Disease and Its Complications By Pamela Pimentel, RN, CEO of MOMS Orange County Pregnancy is a heartwarming time for most women but a diagnosis...

By Jody Robinson I’m a firm believer that traveling together is a perfect way to bond as a family and even a quick trip to a nearby destination provides plenty of memory making moments. We recently planned a long weekend in San Diego – it doesn’t...

By Debbie James, MS, RD Eat broccoli, have a baby, right? Of course it’s not that easy, but there is a strong correlation between nutrition factors and ability to conceive for couples that have had difficulty. Keeping weight at a healthy level (BMI 20-24)...

By Jody Robinson All the details involved in hosting back-to-back bashes at our home for our son’s 8th and daughter’s 7th birthdays was a little overwhelming. There were friends from our son’s class arriving first for a celebration scheduled from 11...

By Kristine Emerson Some parents consider cell phones for their young children as a tool for staying in touch and keeping the lines of communication open. Others content that giving your kids a cell phone too soon opens opportunities for cyberbullying and...

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